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Lake Jackson Area Facts

  • Lake Jackson has a Livability Score of 79/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Lake Jackson crime rates are 24% lower than the Texas average
  • Cost of living in Lake Jackson is 12% higher than the Texas average
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Wow, what a Sexy Town User Rating 5 rating By Anonymous ( Oct 06, 2018) I have lived in Lake Jackson for 17 years, and moving here was the best decision of my entire life. I used to live in Seabrook, Texas, but Lake Jackson is better in every single possible way. The people are nicer, the restaurants are better, and everything just looks better. Woul ...Read More d definitely recommend moving here if considering. Read Less
Lake Jackson, TX – A Small Town with Big Personality User Rating 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2018) I have lived in Lake Jackson, TX for 3 years now. At first, I was hesitant about the move, but once I got here, I realized that this town is everything I had ever dreamed of in a community.

You always hear people talking about southern hospitality, but until you experience it, y
...Read More ou really don’t understand it. The neighbors are so friendly, and everyone is unbelievably kind. Neighbors really go out of their way to make you feel welcome. I could not ask for a better sense of community!

When it comes to grocery shopping, the stores cannot be beat. Since farmland can be found so close by, you can enjoy fresh, local produce all-year-round. Not only is my family happier, but I feel they are much healthier because accessing fresh food is so easy.

Since it is a smaller town, there isn’t much nightlife, which is a welcome change. There is plenty to do for most of the night, but members of the community don’t have to deal with large clubs and the crime that usually comes with them. Read Less
Extreme rent prices User Rating 2.5 rating By Stevans ( May 04, 2018) It may say by census the average rent is 930, maybe for a 1 bedroom apt. Most places ask between $1,100 to $2,800 per month. Unless you work at the plant or have a degree you will never be able to afford to get ahead. Terrible air quality due to the plants. ...Read More Read Less
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Extreme rent prices User Rating 2.5 rating By Stevans ( May 04, 2018) It may say by census the average rent is 930, maybe for a 1 bedroom apt. Most places ask between $1,100 to $2,800 per month. Unless you work at the plant or have a degree you will never be able to afford to get ahead. Terrible air quality due to the plants. ...Read More Read Less

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      C- Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Lake Jackson? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Morrison Park
      Dunbar Park
      Brazoswood Key Club Park
      Bess Brannen Playground D
      Junior League Service Park
      Bluebonnet Park
      Bess Brannen Playground C
      Bess Brannen Playground A

      Entertainment

      AMC Classic Brazos 14
      Alden B. Dow Office Museum
      Lake Jackson Historical Museum
      Slade Field
      Large Theater
      Arena Theater
      Brazosport Museum of Natural Science

      Food & Drink

      Jack in the Box
      Panda Express
      Chick-fil-A
      Burger King
      Whataburger
      McDonald's
      Wayside Pub
      Raising Cane's

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Lake Jackson? Of all people who commute, 0.0% take public transportation in Lake Jackson.
      Drive to Work
      85%

      9% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      C+ Health & Safety

      Is Lake Jackson a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      CHI Saint Luke's Health Brazosport

      Pharmacies

      H-E-B Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walmart Pharmacy
      Walgreens

      Doctors